Turnhout pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Turnhout is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; cypress, grass, and willow will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 18/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 14/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
birch and oak lead the local pollen count in Turnhout, which sits on the sandy Campine plain near the Dutch border; grass pollen from the wider Antwerpen landscape adds to totals as spring gives way to summer. Exposure tends to track green space closely, with the busiest streets generally registering lower counts.
In Antwerpen, Turnhout experiences hazel and willow first, a birch and oak peak in the middle of spring, and grass pollen through early summer, spanning the January-to-August window. mugwort and ragweed extend exposure modestly into early autumn near open farmland. The town's position on the sandy Campine plain near the Dutch border plays into how the season plays out.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Antwerpen
Is pollen high in Turnhout right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Turnhout are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Turnhout tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Turnhout will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Turnhout this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Turnhout?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Turnhout. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Turnhout?
How often is the Turnhout pollen forecast updated?
The Turnhout pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Turnhout come from nearby or far away?
Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.
Are pollen levels in Turnhout based on measurements or forecasts?
Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.
Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Turnhout, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.
This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.
Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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